The Salem Lions will take on the Paoli Rams at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Salem hasn't scored more than 25 points for six games straight, a trend the team is eager to reverse.
Salem is headed into the matchup out to prove that what happened against West Washington on Tuesday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. Salem was beaten by West Washington 65-17.
Meanwhile, Paoli can finally bid farewell to their seven-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Tuesday. They claimed a resounding 58-26 victory over Shoals. The Rams' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for Jericho Hopper, who dropped a double-double on 22 points and 12 rebounds. She continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last four games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Lilly Hall, who scored eight points along with nine steals.
Paoli was working as a unit and finished the game with 15 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in December of 2023.
Paoli's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Salem, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 1-6.
Salem came up short against Paoli when the teams last played back in November of 2023, falling 39-29. Will Salem have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
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